Sister Princess Beatrice celebrates her birthday as recognized by her sister, Princess Eugenie, in a special message shared online.
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie: A Bond of Sisterhood and Service in the British Royal Family
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, the daughters of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, share a close bond that has been evident throughout their lives and roles in the British royal family.
Despite their less frontline roles compared to senior royals like King Charles III, both princesses have found their own paths within the family and beyond. Beatrice, born in 1988 and ninth in line to the throne, has balanced her royal duties with a professional career and charitable work. She has held roles at the Foreign Office, Sony Pictures, and a strategic position at a software company, and is active with charities such as the Teenage Cancer Trust.
Eugenie, born in 1990, works full-time as a director at the art gallery Hauser & Wirth. Both princesses participate in charitable initiatives and royal engagements, underscoring their shared commitment to service.
Their close relationship is also evident in personal family celebrations and social media acknowledgments. For instance, Eugenie shared a sentimental birthday message for Beatrice, reflecting their mutual affection and support. Another photo showed the sisters grabbing a bite to eat together, while another captured a cute moment out and about with their mother.
Last year, the duo were active on the royal roster during King Charles's and Kate Middleton's separate battles with cancer. The post included photos of Beatrice and Eugenie together, as well as photos of Beatrice alone. Beatrice welcomed her second daughter Athena in January, with her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, who also has a son named Christopher "Wolfie" Woolf from a previous relationship.
Eugenie is married to Jack Brooksbank, and together they have two sons named August and Ernest. Beatrice has two daughters, Sienna and Athenia. Despite occasional sibling disagreements during their youth, their bond has strengthened with time, and today they are best friends.
Lauren Hubbard is a freelance writer and Town & Country contributor.
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- In addition to their community service, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie showcase their shared love for entertainment, as evident in Beatrice's stint at Sony Pictures and Eugenie's role as a director at the art gallery Hauser & Wirth.
- The sisters' flair for style often shines through in their public appearances, elevating royal events with their fashion choices and setting trends within society.
- While traveling, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have been observed indulging in the world's finest wines, showcasing their appreciation for the intricacies of the drink and its roles in various cultures.
- As avid art enthusiasts, the sisters have contributed to society by supporting and promoting various art exhibitions, becoming key figures in the art world.
- The duo's bond extends beyond royal engagements, as they enjoy traveling together, exploring different parts of the world and creating memorable experiences in their journeys.
